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Stephen Cadillac earns a C.
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- $998
- Doc fee
- 100%
- Dealer add-ons
$239 above CT avg
On 1 of 1 recent quotes
Limited confidenceBristol, CTUpdated How we score dealers
Early read. The grade may shift as we log more deals here.
The full story
Why Stephen Cadillac earned this grade
Between March 2026 and March 2026, CarEdge negotiated or logged 1 verified deals with this dealership. We pulled the doc fee, the add-ons, and the gap between advertised and out-the-door price from each one. Then we graded them the way a friend in the business would: on the things that actually cost you money.
! Where to push back
2 thingsDoc fee is significantly inflated
$998 is $239 above the CT average of $759. That's pure margin for the dealer, not cost of service.
TipThis fee is mostly not "standard paperwork" — it's profit. Push back, or get the equivalent off the vehicle price.
The listing isn't quite the price
Quoted prices run about 3.3% above the advertised listing. On a $35,000 vehicle that's roughly $1,155 in extra fees or markup.
TipGet an OTD quote in writing before you visit. Compare it to the listing — if there's a gap, ask them to account for every line.
1 verified OTD quote from Stephen Cadillac
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Recent Quotes
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1 verified quote
Most Common Add-ons
Tips for Stephen Cadillac
- Their only quote included $188 in add-ons (Theft Protection), not marked optional.
- Doc fee ($998) is slightly above average. Worth asking for a reduction.
- Dealer markup is only +3% above listing (excluding taxes). This dealer keeps their fees minimal.
- Limited data (1 quotes). Score may change as we collect more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Stephen Cadillac charge?
Based on 1 verified out-the-door quote collected by CarEdge, Stephen Cadillac charges a $998 documentation fee and averages $188 in dealer add-ons when present. Stephen Cadillac earns Transparency Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote).
What is the doc fee at Stephen Cadillac?
Stephen Cadillac charges a typical documentation fee of $998. The CT average is $759. This is based on 1 verified OTD quotes in our database.
Does Stephen Cadillac add dealer add-ons?
Stephen Cadillac adds an average of $188 in dealer add-ons when present. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent verified quote. Ask for an itemized breakdown and negotiate to remove non-essential items like paint protection, nitrogen tire fill, or VIN etching.
Is Stephen Cadillac a good dealership?
Stephen Cadillac earns a Grade C, based on limited data (1 verified quote). The grade reflects their doc fees, add-on behavior, and dealer markup, and an exact score appears once Stephen Cadillac has 3 verified quotes. This is an average score. Compare with nearby dealers before making a decision.
What do reviews say about Stephen Cadillac?
CarEdge reviews Stephen Cadillac on 1 verified out-the-door quote, not star ratings. It earns transparency grade C, an early read that may change as more quotes come in, with a typical doc fee of $998 versus a CT average of $759. Dealer add-ons appeared on 1 of 1 recent quote.
Is Stephen Cadillac a transparent Cadillac dealer in Bristol?
CarEdge has limited data on Stephen Cadillac so far. Stephen Cadillac holds CarEdge Transparency Grade C, based on 1 verified out-the-door quote. The grade may change as more quotes come in.
How does Stephen Cadillac compare to other Cadillac dealers?
You can compare Stephen Cadillac's transparency score, doc fees, and add-on behavior against other Cadillac dealers using our comparison tool or by browsing Cadillac dealers in your area. Scores are based on the same methodology for every dealer. CarEdge's market guide Best Cadillac Dealerships in the US ranks Cadillac dealers on the same data.
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How we know this
Every number on this page came from a real deal.
Most dealer review sites scrape star ratings and count angry posts. We do the opposite. CarEdge shops for cars alongside thousands of real buyers every week — and when we negotiate on their behalf, we capture the full out-the-door breakdown the dealer sends back.
For Stephen Cadillac in Bristol, CT, that has meant 1 verified OTD quotes logged into our database. Each one is a PDF, an email, or a screenshot showing the actual doc fee, the actual add-ons, and the actual final price — not a salesperson's promise.
Fee Transparency
30%Is the doc fee reasonable, or is it just profit? We compare it against the state average — and the legal cap, where one exists.
Add-on Behavior
30%How often does the dealer stick you with mandatory add-ons like paint protection or theft deterrent — the kind you can't say no to? Add-ons the dealer discloses as optional don't count against them.
Price Accuracy
30%Does the advertised listing price match what you'd actually sign for? We flag dealers whose out-the-door diverges from the listing.
Data Quality
10%More data = more trustworthy grade. Dealers with lots of recent, complete quotes score higher for consistency.
The four numbers behind the grade
Weighted ScoreThe raw component scores — the math that led to C.
Doc Fee Comparison
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